NYC Rental Market 2024: Where to Find the Most (and Least) Expensive Apartments
This year's rental market in NYC presented a mixed bag, with some neighborhoods experiencing sky-high prices while others offered more affordable options. A recent StreetEasy survey revealed the most expensive areas for renters in 2024:
- Tribeca: Median asking rent: $8,295
- SoHo: Median asking rent: $6,100
- Flatiron: Median asking rent: $5,900
- Dumbo (Brooklyn): Median asking rent: $5,750
Interestingly, Midtown East was the most-searched neighborhood, despite not being among the top ten most expensive.
Most Desired Amenities
Renters prioritized these amenities:
- In-unit laundry
- Dishwashers
- Pet-friendly
- Building laundry
- Elevator
The demand for pet-friendly apartments and outdoor spaces increased significantly year-over-year.
Rental Market Growth
While Manhattan remains the most sought-after borough, Brooklyn saw considerable growth:
- Dumbo: 82% growth in rental inventory
- Greenpoint: 36% growth
- East Flatbush: 32% growth
- Prospect Lefferts Gardens: 25% growth
The Bronx also showed growth, with Mott Haven's rental inventory increasing by 63%.
Finding Affordable Options
Despite the overall growth, finding an affordable apartment in NYC remains a challenge. However, there's a glimmer of hope: a StreetEasy study revealed that Prospect Lefferts Gardens showed a 5% year-over-year decrease in median asking rent in October, marking the largest annual decline citywide. The median asking rent across Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn in August 2024 was $3,425, a significant increase from the previous year.
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